?? We are proud to celebrate a monumental achievement by our portfolio company, The Exploration Company (TEC), in closing a $160 million Series B funding round! This groundbreaking investment—the largest space Series B in Europe—marks a significant step forward for TEC's mission to revolutionize space logistics with Nyx, the first European reusable space capsule. This funding will accelerate the development and testing of Nyx, expand TEC's talented team beyond 200 members, and scale operational capacity to meet the rapidly growing global demand for space exploration and logistics. From supporting space stations to enabling lunar missions, Nyx is poised to become a cornerstone of affordable, sustainable, and cooperative space innovation. Congratulations to The Exploration Company team! Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gVw5bZ9n Hélène Huby, Celeste Ford, Matt Patterson, David Anderman #SpaceInnovation #SeriesB #SpaceTech #ReusableSpaceCapsule #Nyx #TheExplorationCompany #StellarVentures #SpaceLogistics
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Stellar Ventures is a woman-led venture capital firm investing in the next generation of space entrepreneurs. With the launch of our first fund, SV Andromeda Fund LP, the Stellar Ventures team will invest in early-stage, mission driven space technology companies, leveraging our technical expertise and network in the aerospace sector. We are partnering with extraordinary leaders who are utilizing space technology to build exceptional businesses that will change the world.
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Big congratulations to Shoaib Iqbal ?? ?? and Przemyslaw Lorenczak from Esper Satellite Imagery for being named on Australia’s inaugural Forbes 30 Under 30 list! ?? Your incredible work at Esper continues to set new standards in innovation and technology, and this recognition highlights your extraordinary impact. We’re excited to see where your journey takes you next! Here’s to more success and breakthroughs! Celeste Ford, David Anderman, Matt Patterson #Forbes30Under30 #Esper #Innovation #Leadership
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Congratulations to The Exploration Company team on this achievement! We can't wait to see what's in store for the future! ??
We are thrilled to announce the closing of our $160 million Series B led by Balderton Capital and Plural - to develop and test Nyx, the first European reusable space capsule, expand the 200-strong team, and scale capacity. ? This marks the largest space Series B in Europe, powering our vision for affordable, sustainable, and cooperative space exploration. With this investment, we will further develop Nyx to meet the world’s rapidly-growing demand for space logistics, from supporting space stations to lunar exploration. We are grateful for the trust both our old and new investors have in The Exploration Company team. We believe a round like this is important for not only The Exploration Company but the European space and start-up ecosystem at large. ? To quote our CEO, Helene Huby: "This significant raise is a reflection of not only the talent and commitment of the team at TEC but also that building global companies with European roots can only be done through fostering trust and cooperation between European countries. 98% of our shareholders are European, demonstrating that the continent can finance bold entrepreneurs. Space will play a critical role in shaping humanity’s future and I want to contribute to building a future which is peaceful and cooperative and our European DNA fits perfectly with this mission. Over the past 12 months, we have hit major operational and financial milestones and signed significant service contracts with both space agencies and commercial clients. This new funding is the next step in scaling up our ambitions and I’m delighted to welcome Plural, Balderton Capital, NGP Capital and Bessemer to our journey, alongside our previous investors. Their support and ambition will be critical as we take another important step closer to our Nyx Earth launch and build a European space leader.” Plural Balderton Capital Bessemer Venture Partners NGP Capital Bpifrance DTCF | DeepTech & Climate Fonds Bayern Kapital EQT Ventures Red River West Cherry Ventures Promus Ventures Omnes
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??? SpiderOak has launched Aranya, an open-source zero-trust cybersecurity platform that extends the same protections used by the Department of Defense to developers worldwide. Aranya enables technology providers to embed advanced security directly into applications and devices, cutting costs and shrinking attack surfaces while defending against AI-driven cyber threats. Executive Chairman Charles Beames states, “We’re giving industries a critical tool to cyber harden their most vital systems.” How do you see Aranya transforming cybersecurity in your industry? Share your thoughts! More on Aranya at: https://lnkd.in/eMuFfp-i DAVE PEARAH, SpiderOak Mission Systems, Celeste Ford, David Anderman, Matt Patterson #CyberSecurity #OpenSource #ZeroTrust #SecureByDesign #SpiderOak
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Satellite technology is rapidly reshaping the future of connectivity, and Apple’s expanding partnership with GlobalStar shows just how critical satellite services are becoming. With Apple committing an additional $1.1 billion for satellite capacity and a 20% ownership stake, the tech giant is positioning satellite connectivity as a central feature for iPhone users. This expansion promises stronger, more versatile satellite coverage—even in areas beyond cellular reach. As demand for global, always-on connectivity grows, it’s clear that satellite usage is playing an essential role across industries. At Stellar Ventures, we’re proud to support pioneering satellite startups that are bringing the future of connectivity to life. What applications for satellite connectivity do you think will shape the next decade? ?? https://lnkd.in/d3j4HfCK Celeste Ford, David Anderman, Matt Patterson #satellites #satellitetechnology #satellitesolution #spacesolutions #explorespace
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Congrats to portfolio company, Atmo, for being one of the TIME best inventions of 2024! What a huge accomplishment this is. Ultra-precise weather forecasting that is accessible to all is becoming increasingly important. Looking forward to what 2025 will bring to the Atmo team. https://lnkd.in/gUc5NJEN Alex Levy, Celeste Ford, David Anderman, Matt Patterson #AtmoAI #WeatherForecasting #TimeMagazine #ArtificialIntelligence
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Portfolio company, Solideon, is revolutionizing aerospace production with autonomous deployable factories that can build anything, anytime, anywhere—without human intervention. Combining the innovation of dreamers, tinkerers, mad scientists, rocket specialists, and engineers, Solideon operates at the intersection of creativity and precision to deliver hardware at the speed of software. Their vision? To lead as the premier end-to-end platform in bespoke manufacturing and assembly. As the only large-scale manufacturer capable of crafting any aerospace vehicle, Solideon is redefining the future of aerospace, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in production. https://solideon.com/ Oluseun Taiwo, Celeste Ford, Matt Patterson, David Anderman #AerospaceManufacturing #AutonomousFactories #SpaceInnovation #NextGenManufacturing #EngineeringExcellence #Solideon
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Interstellar Lab’s Bloom prototype made a memorable debut at the?XPRIZE?#Visioneering 2024 in California where we presented Mission Little Prince! Bloom arrived in style onboard Astrolab ‘s FLEX rover, driven by?Astrolab?CEO Jaret Matthews?and astronaut Dr. Sian “Leo” Proctor, Ph.D. We also had the honor of introducing Mission Little Prince to Neil deGrasse Tyson. Soon there will be roses growing on the moon!??? ?? #XPRIZE #Visioneering #InterstellarLab #MissionLittlePrince
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We see limitless opportunities in the space sector, with exponential growth on the horizon." - Celeste Ford, Managing Director, Stellar Ventures Celeste Ford recently shared her invaluable insights with Space Ambition during their SpaceTech pitch sessions. With three decades as an aerospace entrepreneur, Celeste's perspective on navigating investment, strategic challenges, and transformative opportunities is one every space tech enthusiast should hear. Her vision lights the path to an exciting future, where the potential of the space sector is nothing short of astronomical. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/d2fFiZ6S Celeste Ford, David Anderman, Matt Patterson #SpaceTech #SpaceExploration #TechInvesting #SpaceInvestment #PrivateEquity
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Atmo is one of the TIME best inventions of 2024! We are on a mission to make ultra-precise weather forecasting universally accessible. Atmo is honored to be recognized by TIME for our contribution. See the full list here: https://lnkd.in/e98jkd2m
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